What is a Development Associate?

There are a lot of different types of trainers. Your definition of a trainer would be very different from someone else's definition. Maybe you think of a gymnasium setting when you think of a trainer. Or maybe you imagine an office setting. Either way, you would be right.

As a trainer, you have unlimited job opportunities to look forward to. From gym trainers and personal trainers to corporate trainers and technical trainers, you get to decide what office you'd rather work in. A lot of the responsibilities between the different types of trainers remain the same.

At the heart of being a trainer, your goal is to motivate your team. Whether it's pushing out five more push-ups or committing to five more minutes of productivity, you get to be their coach and mentor. You're going to be the person they come to when they're struggling with accomplishing a goal. So your listening skills need to be off the charts.

Just imagine being with different types of people for an activity, a seminar, or any formal occasion with no accurate plans at all. And no instructions to follow. Everyone is allowed to do things as they please. If that doesn't sound like total chaos, I don't know what does. So in terms of saving us from that scenario, bet you'd appreciate what a facilitator does to keep things tidy and organized. Otherwise, events would be horribly disorganized.

Facilitators handle the program's plans from concept to execution. They are busy people who keep running from here and there, to ensure that the event operates smoothly, and the participants are having the best times of their life. Facilitators also do a lot of different interaction with suppliers and vendors of the resources needed for the event, requiring them to sometimes travel and perform field visits, as necessary. In short, an event wouldn't be a success if it wasn't for them.

Being a facilitator, like any other job, feels really satisfying. Especially if you love working with different people. Now, if it sounds like you're up for this ride, you might want to start sending out your resume.

Training coordinators are responsible for the coordination and execution of training programs for companies and other organizations. Depending on their particular areas of specialization, the training coordinators may concentrate on logistical and preparation activities relating to training. Alternatively, the training coordinator may be directly involved with the execution. A training supervisor is expected to be active in organizing and implementing training in smaller organizations.

Training coordinators are employed by most businesses large enough to require internal training procedures. Work environments vary with the position, with some coordinators employed in a single office and others traveling to remote locations for training. Because of this, you may need to work late or overnight shifts or to work outside. However, you can make up a hefty pay working in this position that can be broken down to $14 per hour.

Many coordinators also need strong data analysis skills, as they are also responsible for interpreting and reporting data on training program performance. You are further expected to be proficient in both educational methods and the content of the training. A bachelor's degree is often preferred for these positions.